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Registration of travel agents now mandatory in Haryana

Chandigarh, Nov. 4 -- The Haryana cabinet approved the Haryana Registration and Regulation of Travel Agents Rules, 2026, under the Haryana Registration and Regulation of Travel Agents Act, 2025-a move... Read More


Win back Indian travellers

Nepal, Nov. 4 -- In October, tourist arrivals from India, traditionally Nepal's largest tourism source market, fell 30 percent, year on year. The decline is particularly concerning because the neighbo... Read More


India plans Rs.8,000-cr outlay to boost khadi, handloom and handicraft output

New Delhi, Nov. 4 -- The Centre is considering an outlay of Rs.8,000 crore for a marquee programme to boost production in the khadi, handloom and handicraft segments and strengthen global market linka... Read More


India reiterates dialogue to halt hostilities in West Asia

India, Nov. 4 -- India on Tuesday again urged countries involved in the West Asia conflict to return to the path of dialogue and diplomacy hours after the US military struck Iran's Qeshm Island, sayin... Read More


Thailand targets 11 million long-haul visitors in 2027

Bangkok, Nov. 4 -- Thailand aims to attract 11 million international visitors from long-haul markets in 2027, with an expected revenue of 730 billion THB (approximately 22.8 billion USD), despite chal... Read More


Barefoot and browsing: Inside a bookshop in the Maldives

India, Nov. 4 -- I look for bookshops wherever I travel, but I didn't expect to find one at a luxury resort in the Maldives. A friend and I had arrived with a few books between us and had already work... Read More


J&K on the World Map

Srinagar, Nov. 4 -- Jammu and Kashmir's participation in the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 is a significant opportunity to showcase its immense tourism potential before the global travel indus... Read More


Kashmir's Walnut Wealth

Srinagar, Nov. 4 -- Jammu and Kashmir is blessed with beautiful mountains, green valleys and rich natural resources. Among these treasures, the Kashmiri walnut, locally known as Doen or Akhrot, holds ... Read More


J&K's Unplanned Urbanisation

Srinagar, Nov. 4 -- Urbanisation in Jammu and Kashmir is a study in contrasts. Cities and towns across the Union Territory are spreading rapidly, their built form changing at unprecedented pace.These ... Read More


J&K Tourism showcases its offerings at WTM London 2026

London, Nov 3, Nov. 4 -- Jammu and Kashmir Tourism is participating in the World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026, being held at ExCeL London from November 3 to 5, with two dedicated stalls showcasing ... Read More